Summaries of books about Computers & Technology:
Ten Arguments for Deleting Your Social Media Accounts Right Now
Jaron Lanier
The book presents a critical examination of the negative impacts of social media platforms on individuals and society, including the manipulation of user behavior for profit and the degradation of the quality of public discourse. It argues for personal liberation and societal benefits through the abandonment of these platforms, offering ten compelling reasons to support this radical change.
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AI Superpowers
China, Silicon Valley, and the New World Order
Kai-Fu Lee
The book explores the rise of China as a major competitor to the United States in the field of artificial intelligence, detailing the rapid progress and unique strategies that have enabled China's tech industry to flourish. It also discusses the potential social and economic impacts of AI on a global scale, including job displacement and the shifting balance of power in technology.
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Clean Architecture
A Craftsman's Guide to Software Structure and Design
Robert C. Martin
The book provides principles and guidelines for creating software architectures that are maintainable, scalable, and testable, independent of frameworks, databases, and user interfaces. It emphasizes the importance of separating concerns through layers and abstractions, and presents practical advice on how to apply these concepts to real-world software development.
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The Second Machine Age
Work, Progress, and Prosperity in a Time of Brilliant Technologies
Erik Brynjolfsson|Andrew McAfee
The book explores the impact of digital technology on the economy, arguing that we are entering a new era of innovation that will fundamentally change the nature of work, production, and economic growth. It discusses the challenges and opportunities presented by this transformation, including the potential for both increased wealth and growing inequality.
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The Future Is Faster Than You Think
How Converging Technologies Are Transforming Business, Industries, and Our Lives
Peter H. Diamandis|Steven Kotler
The book explores the acceleration of technological advancements and their convergence across various sectors, predicting profound changes in business, society, and daily life. It delves into the impact of rapidly evolving fields like artificial intelligence, robotics, virtual reality, and biotechnology, forecasting a future where these innovations drive exponential growth and transformation.
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Pragmatic Programmer, The
Your journey to mastery, 20th Anniversary Edition
David Thomas|Andrew Hunt
The book provides practical advice and techniques for software developers to improve their coding practices and manage projects more efficiently. It covers topics such as design patterns, refactoring, automation, and career development, aiming to enhance both the technical skills and professional mindset of programmers.
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The Inevitable
Understanding the 12 Technological Forces That Will Shape Our Future
Kevin Kelly
The book explores twelve trends in technology that are shaping the future, including artificial intelligence, constant connectivity, and virtual reality, arguing that these forces will revolutionize the way we live, work, and interact. It provides insights into how these inevitable changes will transform society and offers guidance on how to adapt to the upcoming technological landscape.
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The DevOps Handbook
How to Create World-Class Agility, Reliability, & Security in Technology Organizations
Gene Kim|Jez Humble|Patrick Debois|John Willis|Nicole Forsgren
The book provides a comprehensive guide to implementing DevOps principles and practices, aiming to improve collaboration between development and operations teams to enhance productivity, efficiency, and product quality. It offers real-world case studies, technical tools, and strategies to automate infrastructure, create feedback loops, and build a culture of continuous improvement within technology organizations.
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Accelerate
The Science of Lean Software and DevOps: Building and Scaling High Performing Technology Organizations
Nicole Forsgren|Jez Humble|Gene Kim
The book presents research-backed practices that lead to higher performance in technology organizations, focusing on the integration of Lean, DevOps, and continuous delivery principles. It provides insights into improving software delivery speed, stability, and organizational culture, based on data from thousands of IT professionals.
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Kindle Fire Owner's Manual
The ultimate Kindle Fire guide to getting started, advanced user tips, and finding unlimited free books, videos and apps on Amazon and beyond
Steve Weber
The book provides a comprehensive guide for new Kindle Fire users, covering initial setup, navigation, and personalization of the device. It also offers advanced tips and tricks for maximizing the tablet's potential, including how to access a vast array of free content such as books, videos, and applications.
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